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Milwaukee Brewers 2013 MLB Draft Results

<b>DAY 1 </b><br><br><b>Round 2, Pick 54 - Devin Williams, RHP, Hazelwood HS, Missouri </b><br><br> <br>The Brewers did not have a 1st Round pick in this draft because of the free agent signing of Kyle Lohse. However, that didn't stop the Brewers from drafting a 1st Round talent. Williams was ranked #20 on Keith Law's big board and #44 by Baseball America.<br><br>Williams has a projectable body, which means he has space to grow physically. Right now he sits at 6-3, 175 pounds. His fastball hits 90-93 on the radar and it has room to grow. His change up sits at 82 and curve ball sits at around 77-78.<br><br>According to Ben Frederickson, $1.017MM is recommended signing bonus for where the<b> </b>Brewers selected Devin Williams. However, the Brewers expect to offer him more.<br><br>I really like this pick. The Brewers shied away from taking a college arm this year and went to the high school arm. Hopefully they can hit big on an arm once in my lifetime. I have a good feeling about Williams.<br><br>I mentioned above that Keith Law had Williams ranked as his #20 player on his big board. Law is known for being quite critical of farm systems. Especially the Brewers over the years. He had this to say.<br><br><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Outstanding pick RT @<a href="https://twitter.com/mmcmanus13">mmcmanus13</a>: Looks like <a href="https://twitter.com/search/%23Brewers">#Brewers</a> had a 1st rd pick after all - Devin Williams 20th on @<a href="https://twitter.com/keithlaw">keithlaw</a> top draft prospect list.<br>— keithlaw (@keithlaw) <a href="https://twitter.com/keithlaw/status/342848905546960897">June 7, 2013</a>
</blockquote><br><b>Round 2, Pick 72, Competitive Balance Pick - Tucker Neuhaus, SS/3B, Wharton HS, Florida</b><br><br> <br>This is exactly what the Brewers needed. In the preview blog I did a few days ago, I mentioned that the Brewers needed to focus on building the depth of our infield back up. I especially stressed the need of second base and third base. Although he is listed at short stop, I see Tucker turning into a third baseman. And quite frankly, I don't think we need to worry about a short stop for a while.<br><br>Tucker has a big power bat, which is another reason you'd think third base would be ideal for him. However, Bruce Seid has indicated that Tucker will in fact start in the Brewers system as a short stop. The Wisconsin Timber Rattlers are going to be a fun team to watch next year, that's for sure.<br><br>Tucker is a good story. He's been through a lot in his life. He tragically lost his brother in a car accident this past year. He's battled through a few injures. Adversity is no stranger to the 17 year old.<br><br><b>DAY 2</b><br><br><b>Round 3, Pick 90 - Barrett Astin, RHP, University of Arkansas</b><br><br>Barrett Astin was ranked #125 in the draft by Baseball America. This is a good pick, only because it's likely to help pay for Devin Williams.<br><br><b>Round 4, Pick 122 - Taylor Williams, RHP, Kent State</b><br><br>Baseball America listed Taylor Williams at #144<b>. </b>Fastball hits 95 mph. The Brewers have taken two college pitchers in a row. I like this pick more than our third round selection, for what it's worth.<br><b><br></b><b>Round 5, Pick 152 - Joshua Uhen, RHP, University Wisconsin-Milwaukee</b><br><br>Hey! Congrats to the local kid, who was the #1 prospect in Wisconsin. A little bit of a red flag pitcher, but the Brewers have a well recognized pitching coaching staff that knows how to take care of arms. Joshua can hit 98 mph with his fastball.<br><b><br></b><b>Round 6, Pick 182 - </b><br><b><br></b><b>Round 7, Pick 212 -</b><br><b><br></b><b>Round 8, Pick 242 - </b><br><b><br></b><b>Round 9, Pick 272 - </b><br><b><br></b><b>Round 10, Pick 302 -</b><br><b><br></b><b>DAY 3</b><br><b><br></b><b>Round 11, Pick 332 - </b><br><b><br></b><b>Round 12, Pick 362 - </b><br><b><br></b><b>Round 13, Pick 392 -</b><br><b><br></b><b>Round 14, Pick 422 -</b><br><b><br></b><b>Round 15, Pick 452 - </b><br><b><br></b><b>Round 16, Pick 482 - </b><br><b><br></b><b>Round 17, Pick 512 -</b><br><b><br></b><b>Round 18, Pick 542 -</b><br><b><br></b><b>Round 19, Pick 572 -</b><br><b><br></b><b>Round 20, Pick 602 -</b><br><b><br></b><b>Round 21, Pick 632 -</b><br><b><br></b><b>Round 22, Pick 662 -</b><br><b><br></b><b>Round 23, Pick 692 -</b><br><b><br></b><b>Round 24, Pick 722 -</b><br><b><br></b><b>Round 25, Pick 752 -</b><br><b><br></b><b>Round 26, Pick 782 -</b><br><b><br></b><b>Round 27, Pick 812 -</b><br><b><br></b><b>Round 28, Pick 842 -</b><br><b><br></b><b>Round 29, Pick 872 -</b><br><b><br></b><b>Round 30, Pick 902 -</b><br><b><br></b><b>Round 31, Pick 932 -</b><br><b><br></b><b>Round 32, Pick 962 -</b><br><b><br></b><b>Round 33, Pick 992 -</b><br><b><br></b><b>Round 34, Pick 1,022 - </b><br><b><br></b><b>Round 35, Pick 1,052 -</b><br><b><br></b><b>Round 36, Pick 1,082 -</b><br><b><br></b><b>Round 37, Pick 1,112 -</b><br><b><br></b><b>Round 38, Pick 1,142 -</b><br><b><br></b><b>Round 39, Pick 1,172 -</b><br><b><br></b><b>Round 40, Pick 1,202 -</b><br><b><br></b><br>Until next time, Beers, Brats, and Championships.<br><br><b>- Andrew Vrchota (@AndrewVrchota)</b><br><br>Follow us on Twitter (@WISportsBlog) for up to date news on the Brewers, Packers, Badgers, Bucks, and Golden Eagles. We feature live, in-game commentary, breaking news, previews and post game discussions. Follow the entire Wisconsin Sports Blog writing team on Twitter: @AndrewVrchota, @jheldred, @JoeP_Norton, @SMahon2Go, @olewr7, @Stevie2Westside, and @Mik3_Schu.

DAY 1 Round 2, Pick 54 - Devin Williams, RHP, Hazelwood HS, Missouri The Brewers did not have a 1st Round pick in this draft because of the free agent signing of Kyle Lohse. However, that didn't stop the Brewers from drafting a 1st Round talent. Williams was ranked #20 on Keith Law's big board and #44 by Baseball America.Williams has a projectable body, which means he has space to grow physically. Right now he sits at 6-3, 175 pounds. His fastball hits 90-93 on the radar and it has room to grow. His change up sits at 82 and curve ball sits at around 77-78.According to Ben Frederickson, $1.017MM is recommended signing bonus for where the Brewers selected Devin Williams. However, the Brewers expect to offer him more.I really like this pick. The Brewers shied away from taking a college arm...

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